Ocular Oncology

Founded in 1989, The Ocular Oncology Service at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai has become the largest ophthalmic oncology clinic in the tri-state area. Serving the needs of patients from around the world, we have increased the patient base, available hours, and involvement in national and international research studies.

The latest diagnostic techniques are available on The Ocular Oncology Service and include specialized tumor photography, angiography, computerized optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fundus autofluorescence imaging (FAF). In addition, full time ophthalmic ultrasound technicians perform high frequency imaging of the anterior eye as well as low frequency ocular and orbital imaging.

Many of these techniques were either discovered or investigated on The Ocular Oncology Service, resulting a number of landmark publications. Some of these studies are listed below.

In addition, our specialized technology, personnel and the guidance of Dr. Finger has resulted in a more comprehensive oncology service for patients and a greater exposure for residents, medical students, and fellows.

Eye cancers can be found on the eyelids, conjunctiva, iris, retina, choroid, sclera, optic nerve and orbit. The Ocular Oncology Service has specialized facilities for patients with eye cancer.

All patients examined on The Ocular Oncology Service should expect:

Visual acuity assessment

Slit lamp examination

Ocular pressure measurement

External examination

Pupillary and ocular motion evaluation

Ophthalmoscopic evaluation of the inside of the eye.

Other examinations performed when necessary:

Gonioscopy

Transillumination of iris and ciliary body (anterior) tumors

Ultrasonography by contact and high frequency biomicroscopy (immersion)